Best Bars in Sydney CBD
Looking for the best bars in Sydney CBD? We've gathered 34 standout spots in this corner of Sydney, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Sydney CBD has its own character, and the bars here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
From rooftop and laneway bars to intimate cocktail dens, Sydney rewards a bit of wandering after dark. The picks below cover the spectrum — wine bars, craft cocktails and buzzy late-night spots alike.
34 spots in Sydney CBD
Door Knock
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Jolene's Sydney
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Marble Bar
$$$Victorian-style space with a marble and mahogany interior, for cocktails and gourmet bar snacks.
Cabana Bar
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The Sporting Globe x 4 Pines - King Street Wharf
$$Modern, roomy venue with booths and screens showing live sports, plus hearty pub-style meals.
Dean & Nancy on 22
$$$Cool, mid-century–inspired spot offering classic cocktails, creative food & sweeping city views.
Verandah Bar
$$A bustling bar and restaurant with an outdoor terrace, serving Modern European cuisine and wines.
ivy Sydney
$$Stylish restaurants, a hip rooftop pool bar & big club nights in a landmark entertainment complex.
The Library Bar
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Chuck Trailer's CBD
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The Office Hotel
$$Tapas, pizzas and pub meals served in a lively, 2-storey sports bar with a balcony, garden and TAB.
Sydney Cidery
$$Craft cider, bar bites and pizza in a low-lit space with an urban landscape mural, plus weekend DJs.
Batch Brewing Company - Darling Square
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The Caterpillar Club
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Razz Room
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Alleyway
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Bars in Sydney CBD — FAQs
What are the best bars in Sydney CBD?+
The bars in Sydney CBD listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
How many bars are there in Sydney CBD?+
We currently feature 34 bars in Sydney CBD, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Sydney CBD in Sydney?+
Sydney CBD is one of Sydney's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.